SWIFT/BIC code BKCHAU2SPAR
BKCHAU2SPAR belongs to Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch in Sydney, Australia.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | BKCHAU2SPAR |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | BKCHAU2S |
| Branch code | PAR |
| Bank | Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch |
| Branch | Parramatta Dept. |
| City | Sydney |
| Country | Australia |
The way the Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- BKCH Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- AU Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2S Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- PAR Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which branch is behind SWIFT code BKCHAU2SPAR?
BKCHAU2SPAR identifies Parramatta Dept., a branch or department of Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch in Sydney, Australia. Use this branch code only when the recipient or their bank explicitly asks for it.
Can I use BKCHAU2S instead of BKCHAU2SPAR?
BKCHAU2S is the main office of Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch, while BKCHAU2SPAR is Parramatta Dept.. Most international transfers work with the head office code, but follow the instructions of the recipient if they mention BKCHAU2SPAR.
What do I need to send money to an account at Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch?
You need the SWIFT/BIC code BKCHAU2SPAR, the account number or IBAN of the recipientand the name of the account holder. Australia is not part of SEPA, so always include the BIC.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch?
Banks often add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Check the amount that arrives in Australian Dollar with specialist providers before you send – the difference can be large.
Does Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch have more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 16 SWIFT/BIC codes for Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch in Australia. All of them are listed on the page of Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch.
How long does a transfer to Bank of China Limited, Sydney Branch take?
An international SWIFT transfer usually takes 1–5 business days, because of intermediary banks and cut-off times. Money transfer services are often quicker and cheaper.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.